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Warren G: A Regulate... G Funk Era Discussion

Ep. 98
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On this episode we’re discussing someone who is probably one of the most important people in hip hop history, Warren G. Without this man, a lot of important moments in hip hop probably don’t happen. So, we’re gonna take a look at his debut album, Regulate...G Funk Era, that moved him from the background at Death Row and into the spotlight at Def Jam. We'll also be getting into some of our favorite Warren G tracks from his other albums as well.


Intro 0:38


First impressions after hearing "Indo Smoke" and "Ain't No Fun." 3:20


When you heard Regulate... G Funk Era for the fist time. 4:42


What is it about Warren G's style that separates him from other west coast artists? 9:28


Describe the first spin of this album to someone who wasn't there. 11:44


Is this a no-skip album? 12:58


Pick 3, 4 of your favorite albums cuts. 20:12


Put together a 5 song deep cut playlist from his discography. 21:00


Album cuts that capture the G-Funk vibe more than the singles. 22:26


Do you this of Warren G as a rapper or producer first? 23:25


Compare your first listen of Regulate... G-Funk Era to now. 27:20


Where does Regulate... G-Funk Era rank on your all-time list? 29:53

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